Question 1

narrow angle no glaucoma ,new ophtamologist says i can take all medication(otc/rx) without any worry ,seen differents md before because had move out of country,was always told to avoid medication that can dilate pupil ,what is the risk if take meds?

Accepted Answer

: Your question is not entirely understandable. Medications that dilate the pupil can precipitate acute glaucoma in a person with a narrow angle. It would be prudent to seek guidance from your ophthalmologist who knows your eye health better.
Wish you good health!

Question 2

what blood pressure medication causes less vasodilation? i have taken metoprolol and currently on 10mg lisinopril with hctz. both cause finger swelling, i believe from over dilation?

Accepted Answer

: Metoprolol, a beta blocker, is not a vasodilator but can cause fluid retention. The HCTZ in the lisinopril HCT should prevent fluid retention. Lisinopril is a vasodilator but I've never seen it cause edema. You don't mention the dose of metoprolol. Perhaps you need a stronger diuretic. Are you prone to premenstrual fluid retention?  I'm sure you're on a no added salt diet.

Question 3

is there a blood pressure medication that would cause less vein dilation? if so, which ones?

Accepted Answer

: Most antihypertensive medications I know do not cause vein dilation so most are not contraindicated in patients with venous insufficiency. The side effect leg edema of certain BP meds is not due to vein dilation. Good luck.

Question 4

in the same lightning should peoples pupils be similar size? my pupils dilate & are huge compared to others in slightly dim light. doctors have commented too. no drugs. no medication. but do have intracranial hypertension. is this the cause?

Accepted Answer

: Would not think so. Might want to consult an eye Dr and a neurologist.

Question 5

what is best explanation for new lqts (age 70s), no medications involved, previous normal ecgs, no family history of sudden death -- only new event severe abdominal distension?

Accepted Answer

: Try not to use abbreviations in medicine.  LQTS can mean many things.

Question 6

can high blood pressure medication that dilate veins ever give the visual impression of varicose veins when there is no reflux present?

Accepted Answer

No: Most BP medications do not have significant effect on veins. If varicose veins are seen they are most likely there due to underlying venous disease.

Question 7

what drugs cause your pupils to dilate?

Accepted Answer

Dilation: Many drugs can cause pupil dilation.  Some include cocaine, amphetamines, and MDMA.  Additionally, some non-illicit/ recreational medications such as anticholinergics and antidepressents can cause dilation.

Question 8

why do the pupils dilate when taking hallucinogenic drugs?

Accepted Answer

Pupils dilate: Good question for wikipedia.

Depends on the drug as many things make them dilate but by different mechanisms.

Question 9

why do pupils dilate when using certain recreational drugs?

Accepted Answer

Effect on nerves: Recreational drugs affect the nerves of the autonomic nervous system that controls the pupil function. Many recreational drugs like opiates cause narrowing of the pupils. Withdrawal causes dilation due to return of the nerve function to the opposite direction.

Question 10

my cervix would not dilate to allow for an iud. he used a plastic sound, no drugs. i had cryotherapy on my cervix a few years ago. can i have an iud?

Accepted Answer

IUD/cryotherapy: Cryotherapy can cause scarring of the cervical canal, making the insertion of an IUD difficult.  Local anesthesia can reduce discomfort, but most clinicians can insert an IUD after dilation of the canal.

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Narrow angle no glaucoma ,new ophtamologist says i can take all medication(otc/rx) without any worry ,seen differents md before because had move out of country,was always told to avoid medication that can dilate pupil ,what is the risk if take meds?

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What blood pressure medication causes less vasodilation? i have taken metoprolol and currently on 10mg lisinopril with hctz. both cause finger swelling, i believe from over dilation?

A member asked:

Is there a blood pressure medication that would cause less vein dilation? if so, which ones?

A member asked:

In the same lightning should peoples pupils be similar size? my pupils dilate & are huge compared to others in slightly dim light. doctors have commented too. no drugs. no medication. but do have intracranial hypertension. is this the cause?

A member asked:

What is best explanation for new lqts (age 70s), no medications involved, previous normal ecgs, no family history of sudden death -- only new event severe abdominal distension?

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Can high blood pressure medication that dilate veins ever give the visual impression of varicose veins when there is no reflux present?

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What drugs cause your pupils to dilate?

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Why do the pupils dilate when taking hallucinogenic drugs?

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Why do pupils dilate when using certain recreational drugs?

A member asked:

My cervix would not dilate to allow for an iud. he used a plastic sound, no drugs. i had cryotherapy on my cervix a few years ago. can i have an iud?

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